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Antihypertensive:
This drug is an angiotensin receptor blocker used to treat hypertension. It is considered helpful in promoting healing of the kidney tissue and is a good choice in persons who develop a cough on drugs called ace inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors).
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Unusual side effect:
I have treated pts for forty years, and I can't remember that complained of hair loss after starting any of these agents. That does not mean it never happens (one lesson I've learned in medicine is never say never). Every drug has a huge list of adverse effects because each one a pt complains of in a study gets listed. Vasotec is an ace, Diovan (valsartan) & Benicar r arb's, same effects. Hair loss unlikely.
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HTN medications:
There are multiplle drugs on the market including the generic for Diovan (valsartan). Is the Diovan (valsartan) generic too expensive as well. There may be a specific reason your doctor has you on Diovan (valsartan) for instance to protect your kidneys with renal disease or with diabetes.You need to consult with your doctor, see which medicine is best for you and your conditions, bring with you a list of meds insurance covers.
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Interaction:
There is increased risk of kidney toxicity and possible decrease effectiveness of BP lowering of diovan (valsartan). Consider using Acetaminophen if possible. Discuss with your doctor.
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Side effects:
Any medicine that you take has side effects and Diovan (valsartan) has a very good side effect profile. When you take any medicine to lower your blood pressure you may feel a little sluggish at first until your body gets used to the lower blood pressure. Since you didn't mention what the side effects are, you should discuss with your physician.
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Talk to your doc:
If you have weak erections inadequate for sex or short duration that does not allow for mutual pleasure, then see what med changes can be made. I assume that you have some major pathology that has put you on these meds at such a young age, so there may not be much wiggle room. Your meds may rule out viagra, (sildenafil) so you might need to resort to vacuum devices.
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Yes:
However, one has to ask why is Methyldopa being used? If the person is pregnant or has the potential of becoming pregnant, they should not be on diovan (valsartan). Methyldopa is rarely used as an antihypertensive anymore, except when the hypertensive patient is also pregnant.
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Pain is involved but:
Pain can increase the blood pressure but there are underlying health issues also involved. When the pain is less you may require a lower dose of blood pressure medication
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Not quite yet:
The patents for valsartan and valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide are scheduled to expire in september 2012. Some company will certainly release a generic product quickly, but when it happens is up to the market and manufacturer.
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Antihypertensive:
This drug is an angiotensin receptor blocker used to treat hypertension. It is considered helpful in promoting healing of the kidney tissue and is a good choice in persons who develop a cough on drugs called ace inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors).
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Yes:
They have similar effects but work with a slightly different mechanism. For people who can't take altace, Diovan (valsartan) is often substituted. Diovan (valsartan) doesn't cause the cough that some people get with altace.
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Diovan (valsartan):
In the us, uk and australia, valsartan is marketed by novartis under the trade name diovan. In pakistan, it is marketed by efroze under the trade name angiotan. In india, it is marketed by cipla under the trade name valtan and by torrent pharmaceuticals under the trade name valzaar. In egypt and in france, it is marketed by novartis under the name of tareg. In ukraine, it is marketed by Фарма Стар.
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Probably:
No contraindications that I see. Yohimbe is used by many to improve libido but being a supplement is not regulated by the fda so use with caution & please let your physician know how much & how often you are using it.
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